Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 120

Registry of right heart interventions in Berlin

Official title: Berlin Registry of Right Heart Interventions

Run by Charite University, Berlin, Germany · NCT04570163 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how well different treatments for right heart valve problems, like the TriClip and Cardioband, help patients feel better and avoid hospital visits.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 120 Years
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorCharite University, Berlin, Germany
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Berlin)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 16, 2020
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2035
Study endsDecember 31, 2035
Registry record updatedMarch 19, 2026
Trial IDNCT04570163 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients over 18 years old who have planned or recently undergone valve interventions for tricuspid or pulmonary regurgitation.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to consent, those in care, or those who cannot comply with follow-up examinations may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates patients who have undergone interventional therapies for valvular diseases of the right heart, focusing on tricuspid and pulmonary regurgitation. It involves follow-up examinations that include medical history, laboratory measurements, and echocardiograms to assess the impact of these therapies on patient outcomes. The study aims to identify which patient subgroups benefit the most from specific interventional techniques, such as the TriClip and Cardioband. By analyzing endpoints like mortality and heart failure hospitalization, the study seeks to enhance understanding of treatment effectiveness.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies for patients with right heart valve diseases, enhancing their quality of life and longevity.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with similar interventional approaches for right heart diseases, indicating a promising avenue for further investigation.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with planned or recent valve interventions of the right heart (tricuspid regurgitation/ stenosis, pulmonary regurgitation/ stenosis)
* \>18 years
* Written, documented consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients in care or unable to consent
* Patients who are unable to comply with follow-up examinations
* Patients who are detained in an institution

Where it's running

  • Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
    Berlin, Germany
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.